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Kharkiv

City of Ukraine
Kharkiv is the second-largest city in Ukraine, located in the northeastern part of the country at the confluence of the Udy, Lopan, and Kharkiv rivers. The city is the administrative center of the Kharkiv Oblast and a major industrial, educational, scientific, and cultural hub. Kharkiv's population is around 1.4 million people. Kharkiv was founded around 1655 as a military fortress. In the 19th century, it became a center of Ukrainian cultural revival, and in the early 20th century, it experienced exceptional development in literature, theater, and science. Since 2022, Kharkiv has held the title of "Hero City of Ukraine".
1805
Kharkiv University, one of the oldest in Ukraine, was founded
1869
Railway service was opened, contributing to the city's development as an industrial center
1895
The first tram route was opened, marking the beginning of public transport development
1917
Kharkiv became the first capital of the Ukrainian People's Republic
1930
The Kharkiv Planetarium, one of the first in the USSR, was opened
1963
The Kharkiv Metro was launched, improving the city's transport accessibility
1975
The Kharkiv State Circus, which became one of the largest in Ukraine, was opened
1991
The city became part of independent Ukraine
2015
A new terminal of the international airport was opened, improving the city's infrastructure
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Kharkiv poet and prose writer Oleksii Bezpaltsev dies at the front

Poet and prose writer Oleksiy Bezpaltsev, who had been fighting at the front for about a year, died in Kharkiv region. The Kharkiv writer was the author of two collections of short stories and a participant in literary slams.

War in Ukraine • December 25, 04:06 PM • 25990 views
Shooting over a remark: in Kharkiv, a man opened fire and damaged his neighbor's car

The 36-year-old Kharkiv resident was throwing things out of the window, and after a neighbor's remark, he fired a revolver in his direction and damaged the car. The suspect was detained, and the court imposed a custodial measure of restraint.

Crimes and emergencies • December 25, 03:38 PM • 21059 views
128 combat engagements took place in the frontline: the General Staff told where the hottest spots are

There were 128 combat engagements registered in the frontline, most of them in the Pokrovske, Lymanske and Vremivske sectors. The enemy made 266 artillery attacks in the Kursk sector.

War in Ukraine • December 25, 02:36 PM • 19604 views
“This is inhumane": Britain and the US react to Russia's Christmas attack on Ukraine

British and U. S. diplomats condemned Russia's massive attack on Ukraine on Christmas Day, during which 184 missiles and drones were fired. The Ukrainian Armed Forces shot down 113 targets, but due to damage to power facilities, power supply restrictions were tightened.

War in Ukraine • December 25, 02:11 PM • 23397 views
In Kharkiv, an unexploded Russian X-59 missile was found on a private property

An unexploded enemy X-59 missile was found on the territory of a private yard in Kharkiv. There were no casualties as a result of the fall, and bomb disposal experts are working to defuse the projectile.

Society • December 25, 01:22 PM • 18626 views
At least ten enemy hits in Kharkiv region: the consequences showed

Russian forces launched a combined attack on Kharkiv and its suburbs, firing at least 12 missiles. Six civilians were injured, and residential buildings and critical infrastructure were damaged.

Society • December 25, 10:22 AM • 19328 views
Russian army fires 12 missiles at Kharkiv: a large part of the city is without heating

Russian troops launched a massive missile attack on Kharkiv's energy facilities, firing 12 missiles. A large part of the city was left without heating, and four people were injured.

Society • December 25, 09:07 AM • 18610 views
Three regions of Ukraine are partially left without heat after a massive Russian attack

Houses in Kharkiv, Dnipropetrovs'k and Ivano-Frankivsk regions were left without heat supply as a result of Russian missile strikes on Ukraine's energy system. A worker was killed at a thermal power plant in Dnipro.

Society • December 25, 08:54 AM • 18007 views
An explosion occurs in Dnipro after a threat warning

The Ukrainian Air Force warned of a high-speed target in the direction of Dnipro from the southeast. There were also reports of cruise missiles in Kharkiv region and a missile in the direction of Kremenchuk.

War in Ukraine • December 25, 07:54 AM • 16355 views
Occupants intensified activity in the entire Kharkiv sector - commander of the 2nd guard battalion

Russian troops are conducting assault operations in the Kharkiv sector, both on foot and with equipment. The enemy conducted 5 assaults near Vovchansk and Vysoka Yaruga in the last day.

War in Ukraine • December 25, 07:39 AM • 14306 views
Russian “Shahed” attack in Kharkiv: fire at the place of hit

An attack by an enemy Shahed drone was recorded in Kharkiv, causing a fire. Mayor Igor Terekhov reports that information about the victims has been clarified.

War in Ukraine • December 25, 06:27 AM • 14213 views
Russia's massive strikes in Kharkiv: hits in three districts and six casualties

Russia launched massive strikes on Kharkiv, injuring 6 people in three districts of the city. UAV attacks were also reported in Izium district and Kupyansk, damaging buildings.

War in Ukraine • December 25, 06:20 AM • 14016 views
Ivano-Frankivsk: Mayor warns of possible power outages and poor communication after Russian attack

The mayor of Ivano-Frankivsk, Ruslan Martsinkiv, reported possible power outages and poor communication after the Russian attack. No arrivals or debris were found in the community.

Society • December 25, 06:12 AM • 22555 views
Kharkiv under massive attack: there are “arrivals” and fires have broken out

Russian troops fired at least 7 ballistic missiles at Kharkiv. The attack caused fires, damaged infrastructure, and left two men with severe shrapnel wounds.

Society • December 25, 05:03 AM • 21591 views
179 combat engagements since the beginning of the day: where the occupants attacked the most

There were 179 combat engagements in the frontline, with the most active fighting in the Pokrovsk sector - 45 attacks. The enemy also fired at settlements in Chernihiv, Sumy and Kharkiv regions.

War in Ukraine • December 24, 02:35 PM • 14865 views
36 out of 60 enemy drones shot down over Ukraine in 8 regions

Over the past day, Russia attacked Ukraine with 60 attack UAVs from the directions of Bryansk, Millerovo and Prymorsko-Akhtarsk. The defense forces destroyed 36 drones over 8 regions and neutralized 23 imitator drones.

War in Ukraine • December 24, 08:24 AM • 16534 views
252 combat engagements in the frontline: the most intense in Kursk region and Vremivsky sector

Over the past day, 252 combat engagements took place, the enemy carried out 13 air strikes and over 4,000 attacks. The most intense fighting took place in the Kursk region - 46 attacks and in the Vremya sector - 35 attacks.

War in Ukraine • December 24, 06:22 AM • 16402 views
Occupants dropped two UAVs on Zaporizhzhia region: a woman was wounded and houses were damaged

A five-story and a one-story building in Stepnohirsk, Zaporizhzhia, were damaged by two subversive rocket launchers. A woman was wounded in the attack and received the necessary medical care.

War in Ukraine • December 23, 05:54 PM • 29115 views
UNESCO to apply 'special monitoring' to Kharkiv's Derzhprom for the first time: ombudsman explains why it is important

For the first time in history, UNESCO will use a “special monitoring” mechanism to assess the damage to the State Industrial Complex in Kharkiv. This will help to record the damage, determine the scope of restoration work and hold Russia accountable.

War in Ukraine • December 23, 03:20 PM • 21935 views
Occupants shelled Dvorichna in Kharkiv region: one wounded

A 66-year-old man was wounded in the shelling of Dvorichna village in Kharkiv region. The victim was hospitalized with shin injuries and an explosive injury.

War in Ukraine • December 23, 09:12 AM • 17350 views
234 combat engagements over the last day: the most intense in the Vremivsky sector, fighting in urban areas in Kurakhove

The frontline witnessed 234 combat engagements, most of them in the Vremivsky sector. Fighting continues in Kurakhove in the urban area, the enemy carried out 15 air strikes and over 4,200 attacks.

War in Ukraine • December 23, 06:19 AM • 15962 views
Ukrainian troops repelled 26 attacks in Kurakhove sector in 207 combat engagements - General Staff

There were 207 combat engagements in the frontline, with the largest number of attacks in the Liman and Vremivsk sectors - 36 attacks each. The occupants lost 390 troops in the Pokrovsk sector.

War in Ukraine • December 22, 08:50 PM • 38489 views
Almost 200 combat engagements took place at the frontline: most of them in the Vremivsk sector - the General Staff

About 200 combat engagements took place over the past day, with 47 attacks in the Vremivsk sector. The enemy was also actively attacking in the Kursk sector, where it made 41 attempts to advance.

War in Ukraine • December 22, 06:54 AM • 60628 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces neutralize over 400 occupants in the frontline: 169 combat engagements took place in the Donetsk sector

There were 169 combat engagements in the frontline, with the enemy attacking most actively in the Vremivsk, Kursk and Pokrovsk sectors. The occupiers carried out 35 air strikes and launched 629 kamikaze drones across Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • December 21, 08:50 PM • 34364 views
We will definitely continue to strike at Russian military targets: Zelensky reacts to occupiers' attacks

The President of Ukraine promised to continue attacks on Russian military targets in response to the shelling of Ukrainian cities. Zelenskyy emphasized the fairness of the defense after the attack on the oncology center in Kherson.

War in Ukraine • December 21, 04:21 PM • 40913 views
110 combat engagements recorded in the frontline: where is the hottest spot and what is happening

In the Vremivsk sector, 26 hostile attacks took place, most of them near Kostiantynopol. The enemy is actively attacking in all directions, using aviation and anti-aircraft guns.

War in Ukraine • December 21, 03:29 PM • 23203 views
Zelensky: Russia attacked Ukraine with more than 550 guided aerial bombs, almost 550 drones and more than 20 missiles in a week

During the week, Russia used more than 550 guided aerial bombs, almost 550 attack drones and more than 20 missiles. Facilities in Kherson, Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, Kyiv and other cities were damaged.

War in Ukraine • December 21, 11:09 AM • 38470 views
Occupants in Kupyansk sector are trying to penetrate deeper and seize footholds - Syniehubov

Russian troops made 11 attempts to storm Ukrainian positions in the Kupyansk sector, trying to penetrate deeper into the territory. All attacks were repelled in the Vovchansk and Borivsk sectors, with no losses of territory.

War in Ukraine • December 21, 10:11 AM • 25014 views
Ukraine conducts first attack exclusively using robotic systems - ISW

The Ukrainian military successfully attacked Russian positions near Liptsi using unmanned ground vehicles and FPV drones. Ukraine is also developing new types of EW-resistant drones.

War in Ukraine • December 21, 07:58 AM • 28824 views
57 drones out of 113 shot down over Ukraine during a night attack by Russia

Russia launched a large-scale drone attack, launching 113 drones from different directions. Air defense forces destroyed 57 attack UAVs and spotted 56 imitator drones in 11 regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • December 21, 07:28 AM • 30502 views